Business plan courses can help you learn market analysis, financial forecasting, operational planning, and effective pitching techniques. You can build skills in identifying target audiences, crafting value propositions, and developing marketing strategies. Many courses introduce tools like SWOT analysis, business model canvases, and financial modeling software, which can enhance your ability to create comprehensive and persuasive business plans.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Mental Concentration, Goal-Oriented, Tenacity, Empowerment, Resilience, Personal Development, Action Oriented, Smart Goals, Persistence, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Discipline, Planning, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Productivity, Growth Mindedness, Accountability, Proactivity
★ 4.8 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Forecasting, Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Validation, Analysis, Data Entry, Data Management, Data Integrity, Data Security, Decision Making
★ 4.8 (37) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Overcoming Objections, Influencing, Rapport Building, Storytelling, Leadership, Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Discussion Facilitation, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Motivational Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Decision Making
★ 4.8 (68) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, Care Management, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Systems, Health Policy, Business Metrics, Stakeholder Analysis, Health Administration, Payment Systems, Care Coordination, Performance Measurement, Cost Reduction, Cost Management, Insurance, Innovation
★ 4.6 (56) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Safety and Security, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Security Software, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Security Strategy, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Controls, Disaster Recovery, Data Loss Prevention, Incident Response, Data Storage, Vulnerability Assessments, Patch Management
★ 4.6 (75) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Performance Measurement, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Performance Metric, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen Methodology, Continuous Improvement Process, Operational Efficiency, Kanban Principles, Statistical Methods, Analysis, Statistical Analysis
★ 4.6 (43) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

STARWEAVER
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Organizational Change, AI Enablement, Operational Efficiency, Stakeholder Engagement, Technology Roadmaps, Decision Intelligence, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, Business Leadership, Change Management, Business Strategy, Leadership, Generative AI, Initiative and Leadership, Organizational Skills, Communication Strategies, Communication
★ 3.9 (33) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Security Awareness, Information Privacy, Infrastructure Security, Risk Management, Dependency Analysis
★ 4.8 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Auditing, AI Product Strategy, Compliance Auditing, AI literacy, Internal Auditing, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Mitigation, Accountability, Machine Learning Methods
★ 4.5 (52) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Facebook, Social Media Management, Social Media, Account Management, Social Media Marketing
★ 4.4 (39) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Business, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Strategic Leadership, Product Engineering, Initiative and Leadership, Electrical Power, Environmental Engineering, Waste Minimization, Packaging and Labeling, Product Lifecycle Management, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Electric Power Systems, Emerging Technologies
★ 4.5 (55) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Employee Onboarding, Professional Networking, Quick Learning, Organizational Structure, New Hire Orientations, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Action Oriented, Planning, Professionalism, Adaptability, Personal Development
★ 4.1 (40) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks